1995 Ford Ranger vs. 1991 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota MR2. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Ranger | 1991 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | MR2 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |